Are your baby goats dying? There are several reasons why kids suddenly fall ill. Familiarize yourself with them, and be on the lookout for these during the kidding season. In this article, we covered what causes each issue, prevention measures, symptoms, and treatment whenever possible. We understand that baby goats dying is distressing and upsetting; […]
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Rabies is a serious viral disease that affects many different species, including goats. The rabies virus causes it and can be transmitted through the saliva of infected animals. While rabies is more commonly associated with dogs and other mammals, it is important for goat owners to be aware of the risks and take steps to […]
Did you know that pneumonia is one of the main goat killers next to heavy worm load? The culprit can either be bacteria, viruses, and worms. And you should never overlook pneumonia in goats because it can kill your ruminant overnight. But you can protect your herd and reduce the chance of developing this fatal […]
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Is your goat suffering from stiff limbs, unsteady gait, clamped jaws, erect ears and tails, and convulsions? These are the common symptoms of tetanus in goats, and it’s highly fatal. But don’t panic! In this article, we’ll share everything you should know about tetanus in goats, including: Causes Symptoms Diagnosis Treatments for tetanus in ruminants […]
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One of the lesser-known problems goat keepers face is overeating disease, also known as crop overload or enterotoxemia. Overeating disease is a dangerous condition when goats consume too much concentrated feed, such as grains, pellet feeds, or sugars. Unfortunately, it can quickly become life-threatening if left untreated. In this blog post, we will explore what […]
Suppose you see goats grind their teeth. That is a surefire sign that something is wrong and that you should immediately start paying attention to that individual. Teeth grinding in goats should be prioritized with coughing, diarrhea, snotty noses, and other unusual behaviors that typically indicate disease or illnesses in goats. In this post, we’ll discuss what causes goats […]
Have you ever had a goat headbutt you or knock its horns against something sharply and wondered what they were trying to tell you? Goats can be quite communicative with their owners, especially through headbutting. Understanding the meaning behind headbutting is essential in knowing how to have a positive experience with your animals while maintaining […]
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Tennessee Fainting goats, or myotonic goats, are often kept as merely entertaining farm pets but are actually bred to be a high-quality meat goats. This American goat breed does not actually faint but merely stiffens up and falls over sideways when startled due to a hereditary condition known as myotonia congenita. Fainting goats are also […]
Are you wondering how to cure goat illnesses? Unfortunately, there are several types of illnesses to which goats are vulnerable. Many people believe that goats are resilient animals, but this isn’t always the case. Even though they have a natural ability to fight off illness and disease, sometimes there is nothing we can do but […]
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Walking into your barn to see shedding, itchy goats with patchy dry skin and white flakes of dandruff can be shocking and upsetting to see. But don’t panic just yet! Dandruff is a relatively common issue that may be nothing at all, or it could be the precursor or symptom of a larger underlying issue. […]